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Pendennis and Devonport Expand to Match Superyacht Refit Demand

March 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pendennis and Devonport continue to thrive with an increasing number of enquiries for refits at the joint facilities in Falmouth. Pendennis boasts 20+ years experience and over 150 refit projects in the portfolio, and along with Devonport’s expertise in the 60m+ market, the companies have joined forces to expand the offering at Pendennis’ base in the UK. As such they are co-exhibiting at the 2011 Antibes Yacht Show that runs from the 7th-10th April, during which a dedicated team will be on hand to discuss all refit needs. ... read full story

Pendennis Superyacht Christopher completes Sea Trials

March 07, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The 46m Ron Holland ketch, Sailing yacht Christopher took to the waters of Falmouth Bay for her final sea trials in mid February. It was a stunning winter’s day as the yacht manoeuvred around the Carrick Roads and out into Falmouth Bay, the sunlit waves reflected beautifully on her dark blue hull. The four hour sail trials enabled the Pendennis team and Christopher crew to assess her rig in preparation for the St Barths Bucket Regatta. ... read full story

Devonport Yachts New Website and Digital Brand

February 22, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following on from Devonport's partnership with Pendennis Shipyard in early 2010 the company's identity has continued to develop. With a reputation as leaders in complex engineering solutions and technologically advanced yachts the Devonport brand has aligned itself with the digital age. Alongside the redevelopment of the website, a new e- newsletter has been launched and even the business cards are going digital! ... read full story

Motor Yacht Audacia arrives at Pendennis for 2m stern extension

February 14, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Following the success of MY Illusion’s refit including a 5m stern extension in 2010, the 46.5m Feadship Audacia has just arrived at Pendennis for similar structural enhancement including a 2m extension and remodelling. Pendennis developed the new structural designs in close collaboration with Joanne de Guardiola Design, Inc. who provided the overall concepts and design styling. ... read full story

Motor yacht Illusion finalist in the World Superyacht Awards for refit at Pendennis

February 09, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pendennis Shipyard is pleased to announce that MY Illusion has been shortlisted as a finalist in the 2010 World Superyacht Awards for her refit and stern extension works that were completed at Pendennis in June last year. ... read full story

Matthew Bland wins 2011 SuperYacht UK design competition

January 18, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Announced at the 2011 Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show during the SuperYacht UK Technical Seminar, Product design student Matthew Bland has secured a place to represent British excellence at the 5th Abitare La Barca Concept Award which will take place from 16-17 February 2011 at Seatec, Italy. ... read full story

Pendennis Annual Apprentice Awards

January 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pendennis hosted its annual awards afternoon in recognition of the significant achievements of its apprentices. The Pendennis Annual Apprentice Awards saw 50 certificates presented, which included NVQs Level 2 and 3, City and Guilds Technical certificates and RYA sailing qualifications handed out by George Moore, commodore of Pendennis shipyard’s sailing club. ... read full story

Pendennis Sailing yacht Christopher selects Williams Performance Tenders

January 12, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Williams Performance Tenders, the world’s leading jet tender specialist, has been selected by leading superyacht builder Pendennis to provide a customised tender for the newly launched Sailing yacht Christopher. ... read full story

Pendennis sailing yacht Akalam – project B105 completes sea trials

December 16, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Pendennis 32 metre Barracuda Design sailing yacht B105 project Akalam was launched last month an since then great progress has been made on the vessel. After her 22 month build journey at Pendennis, the completed yacht Akalam was able to show off her distinctive lines and styling during the two-day sea trials in Falmouth. ... read full story

Pendennis Apprentice wins Shipyard Apprentice of the Year 2010

December 09, 2010

Written by Chelsea Smith

Tom Clegg from Pendennis has been awarded winner of the Queens Silver Medal by the Worshipful Company of Shipwrights as the Shipyard Apprentice of the Year 2010. This is one of the country’s most prestigious apprentice awards and has been presented to representatives from the ship building industry since 1945. ... read full story

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